towing
hi I have a 2001 class a gulfstream and im thinking of pulling a 2003 ford ranger 5 speed manual trans. I want to know if is safe to pull it with a car dolly my trip is from ftmyers FL to Brownsville ...
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Not ALL manual shift transmissions can be towed four down!
Some are splash lubricated. When the engine is not running, the transmission is not getting lubricated. Towing such a transmission can (and eventually will) cause severe damage to the bearings.
the applicable section of the Owners Manual is usually labelled "Recreational Towing (towing behind a Recreational Vehicle)". If the book does not have such a section, there is a better than average chance that such towing is not recommended. Tow the vehicle at your own risk.
Good luck.
Some are splash lubricated. When the engine is not running, the transmission is not getting lubricated. Towing such a transmission can (and eventually will) cause severe damage to the bearings.
the applicable section of the Owners Manual is usually labelled "Recreational Towing (towing behind a Recreational Vehicle)". If the book does not have such a section, there is a better than average chance that such towing is not recommended. Tow the vehicle at your own risk.
Good luck.
